rmicheald Posted October 13, 2011 Share Posted October 13, 2011 I need to have the grout in the floor of my shower redone. Can anyone recommend someone who will do a quality job at a reasonable price? Thanks in advance... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thaifan2 Posted October 13, 2011 Share Posted October 13, 2011 Dont know a man in Pattaya but make sure they use suitable grout for a wet area .It has anti mould ingrediants.Better if you buy the grout yourself . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmicheald Posted October 13, 2011 Author Share Posted October 13, 2011 Dont know a man in Pattaya but make sure they use suitable grout for a wet area .It has anti mould ingrediants.Better if you buy the grout yourself . Thanks for the information... I didn't even know you had to consider such things. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExpatOilWorker Posted October 13, 2011 Share Posted October 13, 2011 Dont know a man in Pattaya but make sure they use suitable grout for a wet area .It has anti mould ingrediants.Better if you buy the grout yourself . Thanks for the information... I didn't even know you had to consider such things. Well, now you know and you got two hands, right? Why don't you do it yourself? Trust me it is dead easy and you can do it in less then 2 hours. Get the grout (power) at HomePro or Boonthavorn. You can get it any color, but go for white or a light color or of course as close as you can get to the original color. Mix it, apply it, let it dry over night and wash off any excess grout. Done deal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
topt Posted October 13, 2011 Share Posted October 13, 2011 Dont know a man in Pattaya but make sure they use suitable grout for a wet area .It has anti mould ingrediants.Better if you buy the grout yourself . Thanks for the information... I didn't even know you had to consider such things. Well, now you know and you got two hands, right? Why don't you do it yourself? Trust me it is dead easy and you can do it in less then 2 hours. Get the grout (power) at HomePro or Boonthavorn. You can get it any color, but go for white or a light color or of course as close as you can get to the original color. Mix it, apply it, let it dry over night and wash off any excess grout. Done deal. What if he has to dig out the old grout first.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thaifan2 Posted October 13, 2011 Share Posted October 13, 2011 Dont know a man in Pattaya but make sure they use suitable grout for a wet area .It has anti mould ingrediants.Better if you buy the grout yourself . Thanks for the information... I didn't even know you had to consider such things. Well, now you know and you got two hands, right? Why don't you do it yourself? Trust me it is dead easy and you can do it in less then 2 hours. Get the grout (power) at HomePro or Boonthavorn. You can get it any color, but go for white or a light color or of course as close as you can get to the original color. Mix it, apply it, let it dry over night and wash off any excess grout. Done deal. What if he has to dig out the old grout first.... There is a simple hand held tool for scraping out the old grout .I think i bought mine at Homepro . Grouting is very easy but you need to learn the basics .Best to search through youtube for videos that will show you how to do it . :jap: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExpatOilWorker Posted October 13, 2011 Share Posted October 13, 2011 If you are a good boy, we will all show up with a beer cooler and supervise the job, while you do all the hard labor... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmicheald Posted October 13, 2011 Author Share Posted October 13, 2011 I know it is pretty easy. I grew up with a dad who was a jack of all trades. I am just a lazy old fart who doesn't want to be bothered and would rather have some "Cheap Labor" do it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExpatOilWorker Posted October 14, 2011 Share Posted October 14, 2011 I know it is pretty easy. I grew up with a dad who was a jack of all trades. I am just a lazy old fart who doesn't want to be bothered and would rather have some "Cheap Labor" do it. Funny you say it, my Dad is the same way. I agree, I would also like to have a phone number to Somchai the Plummer, but for "small jobs" it often takes more time to source that guy and explain him what to do, than actually doing the job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inzman Posted October 14, 2011 Share Posted October 14, 2011 you will save time money and frustration, just do it yourself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DD13 Posted October 15, 2011 Share Posted October 15, 2011 Wipe off the excess grout before leaving it to dry overnight or you will spend more time and frustration doing this once it is dry....."A tip" from an ex-UK tiler Dont know a man in Pattaya but make sure they use suitable grout for a wet area .It has anti mould ingrediants.Better if you buy the grout yourself . Thanks for the information... I didn't even know you had to consider such things. Well, now you know and you got two hands, right? Why don't you do it yourself? Trust me it is dead easy and you can do it in less then 2 hours. Get the grout (power) at HomePro or Boonthavorn. You can get it any color, but go for white or a light color or of course as close as you can get to the original color. Mix it, apply it, let it dry over night and wash off any excess grout. Done deal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmicheald Posted October 15, 2011 Author Share Posted October 15, 2011 Thanks for all the tips, but I am not going to do it myself... Just too lazy.. If you have someone you can recommend, please let me know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roban Posted October 15, 2011 Share Posted October 15, 2011 ..... I am just a lazy old fart who doesn't want to be bothered and would rather have some "Cheap Labor" do it. But you know, "you get what you pay for"? I had the same "problem" recently. 45 sqm tiles had to be laid... Asked around for a "competent" Somchai, but some had "fantasy prices (>150Bt/sqm)", or never rang back, or "no time", etc..pp... Result: I did it myself... Bought the tiles and adhesive on Suk, near junction to Highway 36, the grout at Homepro (43 Bt for one pack, enough for ~5sqm). But I really, really agree, this is no work, I would do every week... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thaifan2 Posted October 15, 2011 Share Posted October 15, 2011 ..... I am just a lazy old fart who doesn't want to be bothered and would rather have some "Cheap Labor" do it. But you know, "you get what you pay for"? I had the same "problem" recently. 45 sqm tiles had to be laid... Asked around for a "competent" Somchai, but some had "fantasy prices (>150Bt/sqm)", or never rang back, or "no time", etc..pp... Result: I did it myself... Bought the tiles and adhesive on Suk, near junction to Highway 36, the grout at Homepro (43 Bt for one pack, enough for ~5sqm). But I really, really agree, this is no work, I would do every week... Good man you have still some life left in you .( unlike the OP } Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmicheald Posted October 15, 2011 Author Share Posted October 15, 2011 (edited) ..... I am just a lazy old fart who doesn't want to be bothered and would rather have some "Cheap Labor" do it. But you know, "you get what you pay for"? I had the same "problem" recently. 45 sqm tiles had to be laid... Asked around for a "competent" Somchai, but some had "fantasy prices (>150Bt/sqm)", or never rang back, or "no time", etc..pp... Result: I did it myself... Bought the tiles and adhesive on Suk, near junction to Highway 36, the grout at Homepro (43 Bt for one pack, enough for ~5sqm). But I really, really agree, this is no work, I would do every week... Good man you have still some life left in you .( unlike the OP } I still have plenty of life left in me.. I just have other things I would rather do with my time. I grew up mowing and trimming 3 acres of lawn - NOW I HATE YARD-WORK... I had several rentals in the U.S. and did repairs as needed - NOW I DON'T WANT TO DO THEM.. As I said before, if you have someone to recommend, please let me know... If not... BUTT OUT. Edited October 16, 2011 by Rimmer Unnecessarily vitriolic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExpatOilWorker Posted October 16, 2011 Share Posted October 16, 2011 ..... I am just a lazy old fart who doesn't want to be bothered and would rather have some "Cheap Labor" do it. But you know, "you get what you pay for"? I had the same "problem" recently. 45 sqm tiles had to be laid... Asked around for a "competent" Somchai, but some had "fantasy prices (>150Bt/sqm)", or never rang back, or "no time", etc..pp... Result: I did it myself... Bought the tiles and adhesive on Suk, near junction to Highway 36, the grout at Homepro (43 Bt for one pack, enough for ~5sqm). But I really, really agree, this is no work, I would do every week... Good man you have still some life left in you .( unlike the OP } I still have plenty of life left in me.. I just have other things I would rather do with my time. I grew up mowing and trimming 3 acres of lawn - NOW I HATE YARD-WORK... I had several rentals in the U.S. and did repairs as needed - NOW I DON'T WANT TO DO THEM.. As I said before, if you have someone to recommend, please let me know... If not... BUTT OUT. I will say good luck with your tiles and I hope they don't fall down and hurt your sensitive feelings. Now, shall we wake up and have a fresh cup of coffee? It sure smells good Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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